Episode #146 begins with a discussion of a proposed new immigration policy by the federal government; is this a pre campaign announcement and will it affect how the Liberals and Conservatives approach the next election?

Later a look at Brazil's new president Jair Bolsonaro; is his election an isolated incident or part of a trend of global right wing populism? How can progressives be vigilant?

Finally in #TrumpWatch: one week before the Midterm elections. What is at stake and how could a new Congress affect his presidency?

We begin with a look at the historic legalization of cannabis in Canada; what are the consequences socially and politically?

Later highlighting new legislation from the federal government regarding solitary confinement in prisons; what rights should prisoners have and would a Conservative government repeal new measures for more prisoner personal interaction?

In #TrumpWatch: continuing coverage of the midterm elections for Congress, just a few weeks away.

The 780: Stephen Sondheim and the podcast Putting it Together, the anniversary of the Rwandan genocide, and acts of civil disobedience!

On Episode #143 we look at consultation with Indigenous peoples in Canada, and whether new legislation will have a special consultation process. Then new developments in New Brunswick following the provincial election.

Later a discussion once again of Nicolas Maduro and his authoritarian rule of Venezuela; will the death of Fernando Alban (opposition critic) grab the world's attention? How can the international community react to dictatorships?

We begin with a look at Justin Trudeau at the United Nations; has Canada done enough to regain a seat on the security council?
Later a look at the results of the New Brunswick provincial election, and what it says about the Westminster parliamentary system. Then Brexit troubles in the UK; can Theresa May find a solution that will please everyone?

Beginning with a discussion of federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh; low poll numbers, fundraising problems, and a lack of a commanding presence continue to plague the party. Is Singh still the right choice as leader and what can he do to turn things around as Election 2019 approaches.

Then a look at Section 33 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms: the Notwithstanding Clause. What are Ontario Premier Doug Ford's real motives for invoking it? Does he have a vendetta against the city of Toronto and can we expect this sort of climate at Queen's Park moving forward?

Finally in #TrumpWatch: the PLO and the continued shift in foreign policy. What are the real lasting consequences?